American Black Film Festival Celebrates ‘Sinners’ Team, Featuring Ryan Coogler
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has announced its honorees for the 2026 ABFF Honors awards ceremony. This event celebrates excellence in the motion picture and television industries, and this year, it will spotlight the creative team behind the film *Sinners*.
Celebrating the *Sinners* Team
The honorees for the ABFF Honors include esteemed individuals such as:
- Ryan Coogler – Writer, Director, and Producer
- Zinzi Coogler – Producer
- Sev Ohanian – Producer
- Michael B. Jordan – Lead Actor
- Autumn Durald – Cinematographer
- Ruth E. Carter – Costume Designer
- Hannah Beachler – Production Designer
Notable Award Recipients
Additionally, other significant awards will be presented to:
- Jennifer Hudson – Renaissance Award
- Salli Richardson-Whitfield – Evolution Award
- Damson Idris – Horizon Award
Event Details
The 2026 ABFF Honors ceremony will take place on February 16, 2026, at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The event will be hosted by author and comedian KevOnStage. The honors aim to acknowledge the impactful contributions of these artists to storytelling and creativity.
About the American Black Film Festival
Founded in 1997 by Jeff Friday, the ABFF is recognized as a leading festival that showcases Black storytelling. The festival promotes the idea that Black artists have the right to equal opportunities within the film industry. Over the years, it has played a crucial role in launching the careers of many successful filmmakers and actors.
The ABFF Honors, established in 2016, is the festival’s annual awards gala. It strives to continue the legacy of excellence in Black American creativity and storytelling.
A Celebration of Excellence
According to Jeff Friday and Nicole Friday, the leaders of the Nice Crowd organization, this year’s honorees embody the spirit of artistry and purpose that the ABFF represents. They emphasize the importance of storytelling to inspire and uplift communities through cinema.
